JAPAN EXECUTION & COMPLIANCE

Incorporate & Scale in Japan

Execute business entry into Japan with precision — KK & GK incorporation, consumption tax, corporate tax, labor compliance, banking and long-term regulatory execution.

✔ KK / GK Incorporation
✔ Consumption Tax (JCT)
✔ Corporate Tax
✔ Visas & Workforce

Japan Snapshot

  • KK or GK legal entities
  • Corporate tax ~30%
  • Consumption Tax 10%
  • High regulatory certainty
  • Setup timeline: 3–6 weeks

Start Your Japan Journey with Enabler-S

Single-window execution for incorporation, tax, banking and compliance.

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✔ National Tax Agency (NTA)
✔ Consumption Tax Ready
✔ Labor Standards Act
✔ AI Compliance OS

Japan Execution Services

End-to-end execution for Japan market entry, corporate structuring, taxation, workforce, banking and long-term regulatory compliance.

Company Incorporation & Structuring
Kabushiki Kaisha (KK) incorporation Godo Kaisha (GK) incorporation Capital structuring & shareholding advisory Articles of Incorporation drafting Corporate seal & registration certificates Representative director structuring
Corporate Tax & Consumption Tax
Corporate Tax registration & filings Local inhabitant & enterprise tax filings Consumption Tax (JCT) registration & returns (10%) Tax incentives & effective rate optimisation National Tax Agency (NTA) compliance
Legal, Governance & Regulatory Compliance
Statutory filings & annual resolutions Corporate governance compliance Regulatory disclosures & filings Risk & compliance monitoring Data protection & regulatory alignment
Banking & Treasury
Japanese corporate bank account setup Multi-currency & FX treasury solutions Payment rails & cash management Trade finance & settlement advisory
Visas, Payroll & Workforce
Business Manager Visa support Work visas & dependent visas Payroll structuring & social insurance Labour Standards Act compliance Employment contracts & HR policies
Technology & Automation
AI-driven compliance monitoring Entity & document dashboards Cross-border reporting & analytics Regulatory alerts & risk intelligence

Why Set Up a Company in Japan?

World’s Third-Largest Economy

Japan offers access to one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated economies, with strong domestic demand, advanced infrastructure and global trade integration.

High Regulatory Stability

Japan is known for predictable regulation, strong rule of law and transparent enforcement — reducing long-term business risk for foreign investors.

Global Manufacturing & Technology Hub

Japan is a leader in manufacturing, robotics, electronics, automotive, fintech and deep-tech innovation.

Attractive Incentives & Subsidies

Government incentives, R&D tax credits and regional subsidies are available for qualifying businesses and investments.

No Capital Gains Tax on Share Transfers (Certain Cases)

Japan allows strategic structuring for capital gains efficiency, subject to treaty and tax planning.

Gateway to Asia-Pacific

Japan serves as a strategic base for Asia-Pacific operations, offering strong trade ties with the US, ASEAN and EU markets.

Japan Market Entry & Compliance Timeline

A structured execution roadmap covering incorporation, taxation, banking, workforce and long-term regulatory compliance in Japan.

Weeks 1–3

Planning & Structuring

  • Entity selection
  • Capital planning
Weeks 3–4

Company Incorporation

  • Registration
  • Corporate seal
Week 5

Banking, Tax & Financial Setup

  • NTA registration
  • Bank accounts
Ongoing

Compliance, Reporting & Growth

  • Consumption tax filings
  • Corporate tax returns
  • Labor compliance
  • AI alerts

Why Choose "Enabler-S" for Japan?

Japan-Specific Execution Expertise

Enabler-S understands Japan’s unique corporate, tax and labour frameworks — from KK/GK structuring to NTA filings and employment law compliance.

End-to-End Ownership

Unlike fragmented consultants, Enabler-S delivers incorporation, tax, banking, visas, payroll and compliance under one execution platform with clear accountability.

Tax & Compliance Precision

We manage Corporate Tax, Consumption Tax, local taxes and statutory filings with accuracy aligned to Japanese regulatory expectations.

Banking & Treasury Enablement

Enabler-S navigates Japan’s conservative banking ecosystem, enabling compliant onboarding and long-term operational access.

Workforce & Immigration Control

From Business Manager visas to payroll and labour compliance, we help you scale teams without regulatory friction.

AI-Driven Compliance Monitoring

Our AI Compliance Navigator actively tracks deadlines, filing risks and regulatory exposure — preventing issues before they occur.

FAQs & Timelines

How long does it take to incorporate a company in Japan?

Incorporation typically takes 3–6 weeks, depending on entity type, documentation readiness and bank account timelines.

What is the difference between KK and GK?

KK is Japan’s traditional corporate structure suitable for scale and credibility, while GK is simpler and flexible for startups and subsidiaries.

Is Consumption Tax mandatory?

Consumption Tax applies at 10% once taxable thresholds are met. Certain entities may be exempt in initial years.

What is the effective corporate tax rate in Japan?

Combined corporate, local inhabitant and enterprise taxes result in an effective rate of approximately 30%.

Can foreigners own 100% of a Japanese company?

Yes. Japan allows 100% foreign ownership with no nationality restrictions on shareholders.

Is a local director required?

No statutory requirement exists, but a Japan-resident representative may be required for banking and visas.

Can Enabler-S manage ongoing compliance?

Yes. Enabler-S fully manages tax filings, payroll, labour law, statutory reporting and regulatory compliance.

AI Compliance Navigator (Japan)

Live Monitoring

Real-time compliance intelligence covering Corporate Tax, Consumption Tax and immigration obligations in the Japan.

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Scanning deadlines…

Risk Alerts

  • Analysing risk signals…

Compliance Status

  • ACRA: ✔ Active
  • GST: ⚠ Review
  • Tax: ✔ Filed

Enabler Ecosystem & Platforms

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  • Core compliance OS
  • Entity & regulatory management
  • Centralised reporting

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  • Borderless banking
  • Project Tokensiation

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  • Vendor onboarding
  • Procurement intelligence
  • Spend optimisation

PPA

  • Deal Structuring & Finance
  • Strategy, Policy & Legal
  • Infrastructure projects

UG-X

  • Professional Mentorship Matching:
  • Skill-Based integrations
  • Cross-border collaboration

UGDEPO

  • Procura-UGX (Project Procurement)
  • EVA-UGX (Digital Transformation)
  • Global Wholesale Distribution

BidBuddy

  • B2B & B2C marketplace
  • Transaction enablement
  • Deal execution
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